DC Debrief: Elon Musk meets with Rep. Tom Cole amid DOGE cuts and federal spending debate

WASHINGTON DC -Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk recently visited Oklahoma Representative Tom Cole in Washington, D.C., to discuss DOGE-related federal cuts and government efficiency.The meeting, part of ongoing discussions about the future of federal spending, comes as Oklahoma’s congressional delegation wrestles with the impact of budget reductions on critical services, including weather forecasting.According to... Read More.

Blast at Pushmataha County Sheriff’s Office injures deputies; cause investigated

ANTLERS, OKLA. (KTUL) — An explosion at the Pushmataha County Sheriff's Office and Jail injured two deputies and two office personnel on Thursday.No inmates were injured.Inmates currently housed in the facility were moved to a nearby jail as a precautionary measure.BJ Hedgecock, the Pushmataha County Sheriff says the incident happened in an office that... Read More.
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Q&A: How Does Aging Affect Vision?

It's recommended that most of us get an eye exam about every two years. But you know, the eyes are the window into the body, and many common medical problems can actually be seen in the eyes. Dr. Stacy Chronister is an internal medicine specialist with OSU Medicine. She talks to us about... Read More.
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Tonkawa Resident Charged With Felony Embezzlement From Stop -N- Go

Ponca City police took a report on November 20, 2024 from Stop N Go, owner who reported that an employee was embezzling lottery tickets.Officers from Ponca City Police Dept. then questioned employee Kyle Andrew Grimm, 38 of Tonkawa after his register was short of money. He admitted to playing the lottery but not paying... Read More.

Fundraisers to Benefit Stillwater Strong, Relief

(Stillwater, OK) – Visit Stillwater has launched a dedicated Stillwater Strong, Relief landing page to centralize information and promote ongoing efforts supporting residents and first responders impacted by recent wildfires. This resource highlights upcoming fundraisers, benefit events, donation drives, and available services for those impacted by the wildfires.Current initiatives include the Stillwater Strong T-shirt... Read More.
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Inspection Finds 10 Violations at Muskogee Bitcoin Mining Facility After Complaint Filed

MUSKOGEE, OKLA (KTUL) — Several violations were found at a Bitcoin mining facility in Muskogee after a complaint was submitted.A Muskogee resident filed the complaint with the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ), leading to an investigation on March 11.The ODEQ found 10 violations at the Muskogee Bitcoin-Bifrost Substation and Miners facility.According to the... Read More.

House and Senate Pass Resolution Honoring Firefighters and First Responders Battling State Wildfires

OKLAHOMA CITY – The House and Senate passed a concurrent resolution  honoring and thanking firefighters and first responders who have been and continue to fight widespread wildfires across the state.High winds, low humidity and ongoing drought conditions brought high fire chances last week and those conditions continue into this week.House Concurrent Resolution 1008, by... Read More.